2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | CLS | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2060 mm |